Meet Andy and others from Tri-County Animal Rescue at PetSmart this weekend

Friday

Jan 12, 2018 at 10:14 AMJan 12, 2018 at 10:14 AM

INTRODUCING: Andy, a 2 year-old Dachshund. He weighs between 10 and 15 pounds. He plays well with other dogs, snuggles under the blankets, and has the typical Dachshund stubborn streak. He has short hair so a bath and brushing will keep him looking fresh all the time. Andy has been neutered, is current on vaccines and micro-chipped.

ABOUT THE BREED: Dachshunds are wonderful dogs and make terrific companions, but they are not for everyone. As with all dog breeds, individual dogs have their own personalities, but there some traits that are very common throughout the breed. Many have a stubborn, independent nature. Effective training is a must for all dogs, including dachshunds. These dogs love to burrow - they like to tunnel under bed covers and pillows. They are usually very physically affectionate dogs - they like to snuggle and kiss and be scratched and have their bellies rubbed. Dachshunds may not be the best dogs for families with young children. The dachshund courage, which serves the breed so well in the field, can be a problem for city dogs. Dachshunds may bark at and even charge other dogs when they are being walked; this trait is especially obvious if two or more dachshunds are walking together (the pack mentality) and if the other dog is a large breed. For this reason, as well as general common sense, dachshunds should always be walked on a leash, and they should always be confined to a securely fenced yard at home. Even the best-trained and most obedient dachshund can bolt into the street suddenly to chase a squirrel.

LEARN MORE: Call 704-263-2444, send an email to TriCountyAnimalRescue@yahoo.com, visit us on the web at www.tcar.us or on FaceBook at Tri-County Animal Rescue. Donations can be sent to Tri-County Animal Rescue, PO Box 483, Alexis, NC 28006.

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